The Saturnettes – Girl Named Sue

31 Oct

The Saturnettes, from Tampere, blend in a refreshing way the 70s glam rock sounds of David Bowie and T-Rex with a touch of new wave and synth-pop. After some logistic problems, the band is finally releasing their debut album Meet The Saturnettes on 16 November. Get a taste of the album on the band’s webs. It will make your day with some uplifting melodies.

Girl Named Sue by thesaturnettes

Matti Johannes Koivu – Live at Studio Kekkonen

19 Oct

Studio Kekkonen, home of producers / engineers / mixers Julius Mauranen, Mikko Raita and Janne Riionheimo and birthplace of many, many good records, is launching a new series of videos live at the studio to give an insight look at recording sessions done by some Finnish artists and bands. The first one in the series is songwriter Matti Johannes Koivu who performs the unreleased song Buddha. The result is charming close-up video that captures the singer and his band in the most intimate setting.

Watch the video below and head to to Studio Kekkonen’s blog to read some details about its recording.

Kekkonen elää! Matti Johannes Koivu – Buddha – Live at Studio Kekkonen from Studio Kekkonen on Vimeo.

Music Alliance Pact – October 2011

19 Oct

Enjoy the world’s best mixtape. This month Finland is Koria Kitten Riot with a song off their recently release new album. Listen to it and 34 more songs from all around the world after the break. Do not forget to share.

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The Friend – This Hour

12 Oct

Indie band The Friend goes to church and puts together a funeral and a wedding in one video. The song is from their debut album, Athletic Girls, released earlier this year.

The Friend – This Hour from Drink Tonight Records on Vimeo.

Music Alliance Pact – September 2011

19 Sep

Autumn leaves and dark skies here in Finland, but there is plenty of good music to enjoy thanks to the world’s best mixtape. This month Finland is The New Tigers with a song off their debut album. Listen to it and 34 more songs from all around the world after the break. Do not forget to share.

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